The rush for gold continues as economic uncertainty deepens and anxious investors seek a safe haven for their money.

In Julian, people lined up at the Eagle Mining Company to get a hands-on taste of California’s Gold Rush history, and maybe ...

California’s iconic foods aren’t always what they seem—discover the surprising true origins behind Golden State classics.

People who look after some of the North State's oldest hotels, houses, public buildings and even an entire 'ghost' town share ...

In 1856, when the Victorian government imposed a large tax on each Chinese newcomer, the Chinese ingeniously thwarted it by landing at Robe in South Australia and walking, in large parties, roughly ...

Traces of California's Gold Rush persist in this historic city, which boasts a downtown where the past comes to life and ...

Celebrate 175 years of California statehood by stepping back in time during Coloma Gold Rush Live! at State Historic Park.

California is known for being a home for the stars today, but it's been home to countless others before the rise of Hollywood. The first Californians, of course, were the Native Americans who settled ...

It’s a dish steeped in Gold Rush history — and depending on your palate, it might be one of the most unusual, or flat-out off-putting, meals in California cuisine. The combo? Eggs, bacon and fried ...

All three major U.S. stock indexes (Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq) recently hit record highs, confirming bullish momentum across the board. September traditionally being weak, this year’s sustained rally ...

Halloween is just around the corner, and to celebrate, here are the stories behind what are said to be the 6 most haunted ...